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Before they embraced the prog-informed arena rock sound that led to their international hit "Radar Love" in 1974, Netherlands-based Golden Earring was a Beatlesque pop outfit with a jangly sound and songs that turned on harmonies and pure melody. This generous 20-song set collects their early singles (1965 to 1967) and for those only familiar with "Radar Love," it will no doubt be quite revelatory. Songs here like their first Dutch hit, "Please Go," "That Day," "Words I Need," the gorgeous "If You Leave Me," the equally gorgeous "Call Me," and the lively "Dream" sound like harder rocking versions of the Help!-era Beatles, and this early portion of Golden Earring's legacy stands quite nicely on its own merits. ~ Steve Leggett